Planning a Weekend Getaway: Enjoy the Holiday
Do you want to leave the routine and fatigue behind? Are you planning the best trip in a short time? If so, this guide is made for you! Planning is easy; it just takes the right place and the right plan.
- In this blog, we will provide you with the following information: step-by-step instructions for planning a weekend trip; budget-friendly and luxury options; packing tips and essential information; and ideas to make the trip memorable.
- Choose the location: Where to go? Choose a place for a weekend trip that is nearby and worth exploring.
Hill towns (Mussoorie, Shimla, Munnar, Ooty), beach towns (Goa, Puri, Andaman), historic cities (Jaipur, Udaipur, Hampi), nature reserves (Ranthambhore, Corbett, Kaziranga), and trekking and adventure (Kasol, McLeod Ganj, Kodaikanal) are among India’s top vacation spots.
- Tip: Search on Google Maps which place needs 3-6 hours drive/flight from your city.
- Transportation: How to get here? Car or bike: If you want to drive, take the road.
- Book a train or bus from IRCTC or Red Bus.
Flight: If you are short of time, you can take a flight.
- Tip: If you are going in a group, then Ola/Uber Outstation is also a good option.
- Stay arrangement: Camping, hotel, or homestay? – Budget Friendly: OYO, Zostel, Hostelworld – Luxury: Airbnb, Taj, Oberoi – Adventure → Camping (Himalayan Camps, Snow)
- Tip: Choose hotel locations near tourist places.
- Packing Details: What to take? Carrying light luggage is a must when traveling on a weekend.
Must haves: Clothes (2-3 sets) – Toiletries (Toothbrush, Sunscreen, Moisturizer) – Medical Kit (Band-Aid, Painkiller) – Power Bank and Charger Certificates (Aadhar, DL)
- Tip: Keep a small backpack with a water bottle, snacks, and a map.
- Make an Itinerary: What to take? Trips can be boring without planning.
Fun Activities: Enjoy local food (like seafood in Goa and Daal Baati in Rajasthan) Visiting sunrise/sunset places Playing adventure sports (like paragliding and snorkeling) Visiting local markets
- Tip: You can book the activities on TripAdvisor or Thrillophilia.
- Budget Management: How to manage expenses? – Transportation: 30% budget – Food and meals: 50% budget – Activities: 20% budget
- Tip: Keep UPI or cash, UPI never works in small towns.
- Safety Tips: How to stay safe? – Tell the family the location of your hotel.
- Remember 112 (police, hotel staff) and emergency numbers.
Avoid roaming alone at night.
- Vacation Outing Ideas (2-3 days) 1. Hill Station Trip (Mussoorie) Day 1: Camel’s Back Road, Gun Hill Day 2: Clouds and Red Dunes
- Mid Weekend (Goa) Day 1: Week 2: Baga Beach, Water Sports and Old Goa Churches
- Historical Trip (Jaipur) Day 1: Hawa Mahal, City Palace Day 2: Amer Fort, Jal Mahal
- Conclusion: Plan and have fun! Simple planning is the key to a weekend getaway. Get ready and go! Follow these tips if you want to have great fun even on a small trip.
-Have you had a vacation in the last few days? Share your experience in the comments! ✈️🌄
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